Great company to work for, but compensation not adequate - Business Planner NIKE Employee Review

3.0
Jan 31, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

Great benefits, great training, great name/company. Overall good experience, but the managers many times are not motivating enough to elevate their employees.

Cons

Salaries lower than competitors; politics can get in the way of advancement. I have experienced an attitude of "perception is reality" meaning as long as you look good, even if it's at the expense of someone else, that's all that matters. Team attitude is severly lacking, and that hurts everyone. Nike motivates and rewards people based on individual accomplishments and not team accomplishments so people don't feel any investment in their teams and each other.

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Easy job, great employee discount

Cons

Store can get busy at times

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Pros

Working at Nike was a great experience overall. The company culture is energetic, inclusive, and team-oriented. Management encourages employees to embody the Nike brand and provides opportunities for growth within retail and corporate roles. Employee discounts are excellent and make it easy to enjoy the products you sell. The work environment is fast-paced, especially during launches and holiday seasons, which keeps the job engaging. I also appreciated working alongside passionate teammates who genuinely cared about customer service and creating a positive shopping experience.

Cons

Retail schedules can be inconsistent and often include nights, weekends, and holidays. During peak periods, the store can become extremely busy, which can be stressful when balancing customer service expectations with operational tasks. Advancement opportunities can vary depending on store location and management structure.

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